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A red, glossy car-shaped ornament with a small green Christmas tree on top. The car has gold accents and black wheels, creating a festive tone.

The stories behind our ornaments — and the Advent Calendar we made to share them

by Jocelyn Bell

Some ornaments are more than decorations — they are stories. Jocelyn Bell shares hers and the Advent Calendar that celebrates the stories

Santa, in bright red and white suit, sits on a patterned chair holding a basket with red and green wrapped gifts. A man sits in the background. Cozy holiday scene.

The Christmas my 100-year-old mother played Santa one last time

by Sylvia Grant

For years, Martha Grant donned a red-and-white Santa suit, bringing gifts, laughter and holiday joy to her family

A man with glasses and a watch smiles gently with his hand on his chin, seated in a serene pine forest. Sunlight filters through the trees, creating a calm atmosphere.

My friend of 40 years was dying. This was our last conversation.

by Christopher White

Christopher White sat down with Grant Dillenbeck for a conversation about facing mortality

A person sits cross-legged on a blue hill, gazing at two birds flying under a bright yellow sun in a pink sky, conveying peace and introspection.

Why today’s spiritual seekers are reviving ancient practices

by Anne Thériault

Contemplative Christianity offers calm in tumultuous times

Man in a pink sweater and blue coat holding a pink rose, posing against a teal background with soft light flares.

Being Black in Trump’s America

by Dante Stewart

Theologian Danté Stewart on grief, resistance and the quiet power of resurrection